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Industrial Automation

Industrial automation systems and smart factories accelerate product delivery while improving manufacturing responsiveness to rapidly shifting needs—yet these harsh environments demand specialized connectivity approaches that can address functional safety and information security concerns. Molex enhances customer confidence with ultra-rugged, high-performance industrial automation solutions engineered to help take on the toughest conditions and empower adaptive efficiency.

Network Infrastructure


Harsh I/O Modules

IP67-Rated HarshIO Modules provide quick and reliable solutions for connecting industrial controllers to I/O Devices in harsh environments where liquids, dust or vibration may be present.

Network Interface Cards

Network Interface Cards provide reliable and cost-effective intelligent communication and control solutions for a wide range of industrial networks and fieldbuses.

Switches


Harsh Duty Unmanaged Ethernet Switches

Reliable and robust managed and unmanaged Ethernet IP20 or IP67 switches, Ethernet 10/100/1000 available for a wide variety of control and monitoring functions across complex industrial network applications.

Industrial Ethernet Solutions


Single-Pair Ethernet (SPE)

Industrial SPE Connectors and Cable Assemblies afford the standard T1 industrial interface and single-twisted-pair cabling to make Ethernet connectivity easy and affordable, support miniaturization and enable the transmission of data from the cloud to devices and sensors.

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Brad Industrial Ethernet

Extract real-time data from the manufacturing floor to front-office computing devices seamlessly with Brad Industrial Ethernet Solutions.

Infrastructure Connectivity


PROFINET

The extensive range of PROFINET solutions from Molex provides reliable, robust performance across complex industrial networks in a wide range of advanced-manufacturing and automation applications.

EtherNet/IP

Extract real-time data from the manufacturing floor to front-office computing devices seamlessly with Industrial Ethernet Solutions.

Software Development Kits (SDKs)

Molex Software Development Kits (SDKs) are the most open, powerful and cost-effective solutions for customers who want to embed industry-standard data exchange protocols into industrial controllers and field devices.

Sensor and Actuator Connectivity


Contrinex Inductive and Photoelectric Sensors

Robust, self-contained inductive and photoelectric sensors with an integrated IO-link, offer compact housings, a large sensing range and patented UV technology, making them ideal for limited-space applications and challenging environments.

Micro-Change M12 Connectors

Micro-Change industry standard connectors are rugged, compact, sealed connectors used for sensor/actuator connectivity in industrial control applications.

Nano-Change M8 Connectors

Nano-Change (M8) industry standard connectors are rugged, space-saving, sealed connectors for miniature sensors and actuators in industrial control applications.

DIN Valve Connectors

External-thread DIN Valve Connectors, with unsurpassed IP67 sealing properties and superior cable retention, increase performance, simplify manufacturing processes, reduce inventory and lower applied costs for hydraulic, pneumatic and electromagnetic devices.

Power Distribution Connectivity


Mini-Change Connectors

Delivering optimum conductivity, Brad Mini-Change Connectors from Molex offer the broadest selection of miniature connectors in the industrial market.

Heavy-Duty Connectors

Heavy-duty rectangular industrial connectors are designed for rugged applications such as industrial robotics, machinery equipment, transportation, power generation and industrial controls.

Micro-Change M12 L-Coded Connectors

Deliver fast and simple replacement of sensors, encoders, switches and other input and output devices in industrial machinery through superior quality to withstand harsh industrial and weather environments.

BradPower Connectors

Achieve fast, simple and reliable machine-tool installations with quick-connect Brad Power Cordsets and Receptacles.

M23 Connectors

M23 connectors and receptacles for signal and power applications meet stringent requirements for reliability and performance in the harshest of industrial environments.

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Quick-Change Connectors

Ideal for industrial applications including automated machine tools and material handling equipment, Brad Quick-Change Connectors offer an IP67 sealed connection and power ratings up to 30.0A

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Industrial Automation Cable


Industrial Automation Bulk Cables

Molex Industrial Automation cables are designed to address challenges in automation and process control connectivity, provide machine builders and system integrators with flexible capabilities for a broad range of applications, and ensure reliable high-speed operation in rugged environments.